Serving 233 students in grades 6-8, R. Sarracino Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New Mexico for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 12% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 233 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
R. Sarracino Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
R. Sarracino Middle School's student population of 233 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
233 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Educate, Nurture, Inspire
School Rankings
R. Sarracino Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 796 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of R. Sarracino Middle School is 0.33, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#648 out of 796 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
33%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
5%
12%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
81%
62%
Black
2%
2%
White
11%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
96%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
9%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is R. Sarracino Middle School's ranking?
R. Sarracino Middle School is ranked #648 out of 796 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Mexico.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
12% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend R. Sarracino Middle School?
233 students attend R. Sarracino Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of R. Sarracino Middle School students are Hispanic, 11% of students are White, 5% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of R. Sarracino Middle School?
R. Sarracino Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does R. Sarracino Middle School offer ?
R. Sarracino Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is R. Sarracino Middle School part of?
R. Sarracino Middle School is part of Socorro School District.
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